Instant Ethiopian SpearCollection

[drac2k]

I recently went to a garage sale and purchased these spears.They were supposedly collected in Ethiopia, mid 20th century and I guess that is probably how old they are.I was surprised that the Ethiopians had bident spears , especially the barbed ones.The spear that I have the most interest in is the one with writing on the crossguard;I'm guessing that it was a religious processional item.
Can anyone confirm this and read the inscription?

[werecow]

Reading it is above my paygrade but at least some of the characters do resemble those in the Ge'ez alphabet.

[Bob A]

I assume the barbed spears are for fishing. Apparently it's enough of a thing to have multiple websites for piscatory travelers. Who knew?

https://fishingethiopia.com/

[wildwolberine]

Great catch! 🎣

[drac2k]

Thanks to all for your comments.